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Samsung rumored to be working on fingerprint security

By Robert Nelson
on 21 May, 2013

As smartphones contain more and more personal information these days, security is a topic that will likely be attracting more attention moving forward. There are a few items at the present time including face unlock, patterns and PIN numbers, however we suspect more than a few go without anything. With that in mind, it is now looking like Samsung is working on a security option relating to fingerprints.

Samsung GALAXY S 4 gets Consumer Reports top pick

By Cory Gunther
on 21 May, 2013

The folks from Consumer Reports have just crowned a new king in the smartphone world. The impressive new Samsung GALAXY S 4, which has only been available about a month, has already knocked down the previous top pick. The LG Optimus G has held the position for quite some time due to the specs, features, and price all bundled into one, but Samsung changed it all.

Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 tipped for a US release with AT&T

By Robert Nelson
on 21 May, 2013

We recently got a look at the UK pricing for the Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 and while Samsung has also said the handset would be released for those in Europe and Russia, we haven't heard anything official in terms of a US release. With that in mind, recent rumors are suggesting the handset will be coming available with AT&T. While this may be good news for AT&T users looking for a massively oversized smartphone, there are some lingering questions.

LG Optimus F3 confirmed for those on a budget

By Cory Gunther
on 21 May, 2013

Today we're getting our first official look at the upcoming LG Optimus F3 for the Now Network. This budget-friendly smartphone has leaked on Twitter from the usual @evleaks, and a few of the details have been revealed. LG first announced their new F series at Mobile World Congress, and now it looks like the low-end is headed to a few US carriers soon.

Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 UK arrival set for July

By Robert Nelson
on 21 May, 2013

Samsung officially announced the Galaxy Mega back in mid-April. That announcement included word of a 6.3-inch and a 5.8-inch smartphone and while we haven't seen much for either model since, it looks like some pricing has been detailed for the Mega 6.3. The details are coming by way of UK retailer Clove who have the handset listed for pre-order with an expected shipping date sometime in July.

Skip the Google Edition, just give us the stock option

By Cory Gunther
on 21 May, 2013

As you know, Google took the stage at their I/O developer event last week and shocked the crowd and Android world by announcing the Samsung GALAXY S 4 Google Edition running stock Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean. Unlocked, developer friendly, and available from the Play Store. Immediately many started wondering if the same was coming from HTC. Would you buy a Google Edition HTC One?

Will Android ever compete with Xbox?

By Cory Gunther
on 21 May, 2013

Comparing something like the OUYA game-console at $99 vs the Xbox 360 isn't really what we'd consider fair. They are two entirely different platforms operating at very different levels. However, with the new Xbox on the horizon today we found ourselves wondering if Android will soon be able to compete with the Xbox, if ever. And we'd love to hear your thoughts too.

Samsung Galaxy S III carrier availability set to expand in June

By Robert Nelson
on 21 May, 2013

While the GALAXY S 4 may be the latest from Samsung, it doesn't change the fact that the Galaxy S III is still a rather capable handset. With that in mind, it looks like the Galaxy S III will be launching with two additional carriers in June. The carriers include Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile, however at present neither have announced the pricing.

AGENT smartwatch Kickstarter project goes live

By Robert Nelson
on 21 May, 2013

The Pebble wasn't the only smartwatch to launch by way of Kickstarter, however given the financial success of the campaign and the delays that followed -- it is the one many seem to remember. Anyway, while shipping delays with the Pebble appear to be coming to an end, there is another smartwatch that has recently appeared on Kickstarter. This latest is called the AGENT and they are coming forward with an expected shipping timeframe of December 2013.

Samsung GALAXY S 4 ‘Google Edition’ will be a U.S. exclusive

By Cory Gunther
on 21 May, 2013

When Google took the stage last week at their annual Google I/O developer event, many were extremely excited to see they'll be offering a stock Nexus-like Samsung GALAXY S 4 in the Play Store. We're sure many of you Android faithful around the world were quite excited to hear the news as well, but sadly it looks like the device might end up being a U.S. exclusive. At least for the first few months.